I'm a retard. Once I got to Tripoli from Athens, I get a call from cousin Nick saying that the clothes I left out on the balcony in Athens were still there. That was all my jocks and a few tshirts and singlets. Need to do some shopping. Furthermore my iPod went for a bit of a dip in the beach at Astros (waterproof bag my ass), so I'll need to do some more shopping when I get home again (may just wait for the Galaxy 2 smartphone instead, suggestions anyone??...

Athens has been interesting. We touched down early morning four days ago and have been pretty busy the whole time. Once we touched down all the guys began to split up. Some went with family in Athens, others flew to Mitilini for a few days. Our group of 10 was now 5. The taxis were still on strike and showed no signs of giving in, so we were kinda stuck at the airport. In the end we took two buses and had to walk a country mile in the sun to get to Nick's house...

My mate Freddo is dying. Ever since the tear of the shoulder strap at Tullamarine, another 2 support straps have come off so the backpack shoulder harnesses are hanging on by one woven loop. It's taken only 5 days of use to get to this stage. Pretty pissed off considering Freddo's companionship didn't come cheap at $300. With 20kg of weight pulling at that loop, it won't be long before Freddo eventually kicks the bucket. He's terminal. At least for now he can be...

Santorini was an amazingly beautiful place, but is now well and truly in the rear-view mirror. Now in Crete, Greece's largest island. The ferry from Santorini to Irakleio was about 2 hours and was a good chance to get some shuteye. The hotel was a short walk from the port through a really dodgy looking area, walls adorned with mass graffiti and stray cats and dogs feasting on food scraps around the bins. We got to the hotel and checked into the rooms. Pretty ol...

I'm now at the 4th and final day in Santorini and I am really sad to be leaving this evening. The island is the most picturesque spot I have EVER come across, I don't think I'll ever see a more beautiful landscape than this place. Were staying in Fira where the cliff face is filled with white buildings sprawling down. Means lots of steps, but also a breathtaking view from the hotel room in the mornings! The last 3 days have been a great chance to relax with cock...